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Indirect Procurement Manager

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Randstad

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Japan , Tokyo

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Contract Type:
Employment contract

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Salary:

9000000.00 - 13000000.00 JPY / Year

Job Description:

Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and build strong supplier relationships for a dynamic global FMCG company in Japan. Develop and execute an enterprise-wide annual sourcing plan across the Marketing and Sales category in collaboration with regional and global teams, optimizing procurement strategies and ensuring cost-effectiveness.

Job Responsibility:

  • Lead the development and execution of the annual sourcing plan for Japan's Marketing and Sales category
  • Collaborate with regional and global sourcing teams to align local strategies with broader objectives
  • Negotiate contracts and manage relationships with key suppliers (Agencies and Media owners) to secure optimal pricing and service levels
  • Conduct thorough spend analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve processes
  • Develop and implement a robust supplier relationship management strategy
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including Marketing and Sales directors and senior management
  • Develop and implement a continuous improvement action plan
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant policies, systems, and controls

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in business, procurement, or a related field
  • 8+ years of experience in procurement, ideally within the FMCG industry
  • Proven experience in indirect sourcing, preferably with exposure to Marketing and Sales categories (Media, Creative, Market Research, etc.)
  • Strong negotiation and contract management skills
  • Experience with supplier relationship management (SRM)
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Fluency in Japanese and English
  • Strong stakeholder management skills
  • Experience in a global organization preferred
  • Knowledge of e-procurement tools is a plus

Nice to have:

  • Experience in a global organization
  • Knowledge of e-procurement tools
What we offer:
  • Health insurance
  • Welfare pension insurance
  • Employment insurance

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 13, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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